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Wilhelm Bergman
Founding Member/Investor & Director of M&A
Experience
Jan 2022 - Mar 2024
2 years 3 monthsGothenburg, Sweden
Founding Member/Investor & Director of M&A
Go North Group AB
- Joined as the second employee of an Amazon aggregator and scaled operations across multiple functions.
- Built organizational processes for sourcing, diligence, and integration of 30+ acquired brands.
- Contributed to growth from 2 → 150 employees within one year.
- Oversaw portfolio operations with $60M AUM, optimizing structures and performance.
- Partnered with leadership on hiring, onboarding, and team development.
Jan 2021 - Present
5 years 2 monthsGothenburg, Sweden
Founder
WB Advisory AB
- Advised founders and boards on scaling, valuation, and funding strategies.
- Negotiated transactions, achieving 100%+ higher offers than initial bids.
- Provided end-to-end process management, ensuring sustainable growth outcomes.
Apr 2017 - Dec 2021
4 years 9 monthsGothenburg, Sweden
Co-Founder/Investor & COO / CFO
Insert Coin AB
- Raised €3M seed funding and secured strategic investor partnerships.
- Led Finance, HR, Sales, Legal, Marketing, and Operations.
- Scaled team 5x while building strong culture, governance, and performance management.
- Created a 3-year strategic and financial plan, enabling international expansion.
Jan 2014 - Mar 2015
1 year 3 monthsÖrebro, Sweden
Intellectual Capital Management Engineer
Atlas Copco Rock Drills AB
- Developed global IP strategy and process optimization, reducing costs by 30%.
- Delivered decision-making tools for executive management on technology protection.
Industries Experience
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Experienced in Professional Services (5 years), Information Technology (4.5 years), Retail (2 years), Manufacturing (1 year), and Metals and Mining (1 year).
Professional Services
Information Technology
Retail
Manufacturing
Metals and Mining
Business Areas Experience
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Experienced in Finance (9 years), Human Resources (7 years), Operations (7 years), Strategy (6.5 years), Project Management (5 years), and Procurement (2 years).
Finance
Human Resources
Operations
Strategy
Project Management
Procurement
Summary
Senior executive with extensive experience leading operations, scaling organizations, and driving strategic growth. Proven track record as COO/CFO and Director of M&A, combining operational excellence with financial leadership. Successfully raised 10+ MUSD in venture funding, scaled teams 5x, and built organizations from startup to 150+ employees. Skilled at aligning finance, sales, HR, and strategy to accelerate growth and deliver shareholder value.
Skills
- Operational Leadership
- Strategic Planning
- Team Scaling & Culture
- Fundraising & Investor Relations
- Cross-functional Management
- Corporate Finance
- Process Optimization
- Saas & Tech
Languages
Swedish
NativeEnglish
AdvancedEducation
Oct 2012 - Jun 2014
Chalmers University of Technology
MSc, Intellectual Capital Management · Intellectual Capital Management · Gothenburg, Sweden · GPA: 4.5/5
Oct 2008 - Jun 2011
Chalmers University of Technology
BSc, Industrial Engineering & Management · Industrial Engineering & Management · Gothenburg, Sweden · GPA: 3.8/5
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Where is Wilhelm based?
Wilhelm is based in Gothenburg, Sweden and prefers 100% remote projects.
What languages does Wilhelm speak?
Wilhelm speaks the following languages: Swedish (Native), English (Advanced).
How many years of experience does Wilhelm have?
Wilhelm has at least 10 years of experience. During this time, Wilhelm has worked in at least 4 different roles and for 4 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 6 months. Note that Wilhelm may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.
What roles would Wilhelm be best suited for?
Based on recent experience, Wilhelm would be well-suited for roles such as: Founding Member/Investor & Director of M&A, Founder, Co-Founder/Investor & COO / CFO.
What is Wilhelm's latest experience?
Wilhelm's most recent position is Founding Member/Investor & Director of M&A at Go North Group AB.
What companies has Wilhelm worked for in recent years?
In recent years, Wilhelm has worked for Go North Group AB, WB Advisory AB, and Insert Coin AB.
Which industries is Wilhelm most experienced in?
Wilhelm is most experienced in industries like Professional Services, Information Technology (IT), and Retail. Wilhelm also has some experience in Manufacturing and Metals and Mining.
Which business areas is Wilhelm most experienced in?
Wilhelm is most experienced in business areas like Finance, Human Resources (HR), and Operations. Wilhelm also has some experience in Strategy and Planning, Project Management, and Procurement and Purchasing.
Which industries has Wilhelm worked in recently?
Wilhelm has recently worked in industries like Professional Services, Information Technology (IT), and Retail.
Which business areas has Wilhelm worked in recently?
Wilhelm has recently worked in business areas like Finance, Human Resources (HR), and Operations.
What is Wilhelm's education?
Wilhelm holds a Master in Intellectual Capital Management from Chalmers University of Technology and a Bachelor in Industrial Engineering & Management from Chalmers University of Technology.
What is the availability of Wilhelm?
Wilhelm is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.
What is the rate of Wilhelm?
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